Head of School

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Job Description

• St Edmund's and St Joseph's Catholic Primary Schools
• Address: Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk IP33 1QG
• Salary: Leadership Pay Range 10 - 14 £65,010 - £71,682 per annum
• Hours: Full Time
• Contract: Fixed Term until August 2027, required to start 1 September 2026 or 1 January 2027
• Reference: 5028

This is an exciting opportunity to take on the role of Head of School at the federation of St Edmund's and St Joseph's Catholic Primary Schools. We are looking for an experienced, teacher to work alongside the Executive Headteacher and Assistant Head (Curriculum and ECT Lead) as the schools join The Our Lady of Walsingham Academy Trust in September 2026.

The role is non-classed based and involves leadership across both sites with the majority based at St Edmund's. You will bring their expertise and knowledge of the primary curriculum in supporting colleagues to ensure pupils enjoy a knowledge rich learning experience which promotes inclusion, diversity and excellence. You will take on the Designated Safeguarding lead at St Edmund's.

You will be joining an established federation of two primary schools where shared planning and assessment are designed to support staff well-being. Cross federation working provides opportunities for collaboration, coaching and mentoring. There is strong professional development and well-being support for all staff.

You will play a leading role in supporting the faith life of the school and supporting pupils to live and learn according to Catholic Social Teaching Principles.

For more information

Please read the Job Description (Word) and the Note to Applicant (Word).

To find out more about the school, please visit our website.

For an informal discussion or to arrange a visit to the school, please contact Maria Kemble, Executive Head by either emailing head@st-edmunds.suffolk.sch.uk or calling 01284 755141.

How to apply

Please submit your completed Application Form (Word) and the Recruitment Monitoring Form (Word) by email to msquirrell@st-edmunds.suffolk.sch.uk.

Closing date: 3pm, 26 June 2026

Interview date: 3 July 2026

The Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff and volunteers to demonstrate this commitment in every aspect of their work. The successful candidate will need to undertake a DBS check.

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